My takeaway was that fellow great guitarist, Roy Clark, who has intermittently played with Glen Campbell over the years, was being a good sport but was all the while wishing he would have been part of this performance too. However, you could be right!
i agree too... he was itching to play but he stood back to let his friend play something what will never be repeated... you cant beat 'live' when you see those expressions... bye the way who is the girl with the nice smile and shortish brown hair... she is on timeline at 2:02... thank you.
This is one of the most flawless, understated, and eloquent live performances I have ever seen. Clearly a master of his craft. And I'm not even a country music fan
Where are you a fan of the Beach boys? Elvis? Paul Simon? How about the monkeys? The smothers Brothers? He also played for other bands like Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash and numerous others before he ever went out on his own. A member of the famous wrecking Crew. Known as the best in the world at what they do
Matteo Macuso is flawless. Glen is not, but he's a giant where Matteo is a kid yet to discover what Glen discovered doing all those sessions with the Wrecking Crew - make every note sing.
And then there's Chet Atkins, sitting politely, and quietly thinking, " childs play.". (He could play that at 10 years old, with his hands tied behind his back.) But I still like Glenn.
Imagine being in a room full of the absolute best musicians and singers in the world and making all their jaws drop with how good you are, without even breaking a sweat. That's Glen Campbell in a nutshell.
I sure do miss him. I fell in love with his music at 14. I remember listening to the DJ and he started making fun of him over the radio. He kept calling him Glen Cowbell. I was so angry that I called the station and chewed out the DJ. He didn't stop. Oh well, I was 16 and in love. I'm 68 now and still love his music. RIP Mr. Campbell!
I will tell you that even as good and successful as Glen was believe me, he was intimidated by the fact he was on camera and in front of his peers. There was one missed note and he got through it but you could see it on his face for 1 second. A true professional!
In his time (just like Brent Mason), Glen Campbell was the #1 Studio Guitar Player not only in Tennessee but also with the "Wrecking Crew" in California. Glen Campbell was Nationwide!
If I remember correctly, while he was a studio musician many headliners encouraged him to record his own music. That he had way too much talent to be in the background.
@@DonGill-cu5mo It is the most fantastic version of Gentle on my Mind that Glen ever did!!! I wish he'd showed off his amazing talent on his albums and on his TV show.
Yes. Got his albums. Watched "It'll be me" documentary many many times. Had to delete it, you know why... As an Elvis collector I gotta add Elvis realized he could not have Glen in his band. Tell's enough...
One of the finest guitarists who ever put hand to strings. Not given the credit he deserves in my opinion. They don't make 'em like the Rhinestone Cowboy any more.
This recording was done live on "Ryman Country Homecoming" filmed on April 22, 1999 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. On stage along with Glenn were Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Lorrie Morgan, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, Lynn Anderson, Bobby Bare, T. Graham Brown, Ralph Emery, Janie Fricke, Barbara Fairchild, Larry Gatlin, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Geezinslaw Brother, Ferlin Husky, Dan Seals, T.G. Sheppard, B.J. Thomas, Ricky Van Shelton, Porter Wagoner, and Gene Watson. Chet had been diagnosed with cancer reoccurence and had a brain tumor removed two years earlier. and he had a rough go of it. Him palying the guitar softly behind Glenn is very touching.
Hey Steve thanks for that list of the stack of legends, clapping one of the most underrated guitarists of the 20th century.. 👍 Not too many could lay down a solo like that and also sing it so purely.
If I remember, Ronnie McDowell was part of this as well. He told a story about turning down 3 consecutive songs that were #1 hits for Conway Twitty. The next time Conway tried to give him a song, he said "Gimme that sucker; I don't care what it sounds like!"
I've probably watched this clip hundreds of times over the years. It pops up in my recommended videos every couple of weeks, and I always watch it when that happens. Without fail, each time Campbell gets to the end of his solo I'm just as elated as everyone in that room were. I love his smile at 1:56 just as he's finishing it. It looks like he's thinking "Damn, I'm good." And he was. Sheer brilliance on display.
Same here, buddy. There’s an excellent analysis and breakdown of the solo on the WingsofPegasus TH-cam site. He talks of Glen’s ability to hit every note with his right hand when playing up-tempo pieces on acoustic, which is incredibly hard to do, but which Glen does effortlessly. It makes every note emphatic. His dexterity is amazing, but really amazes me is that he couldn’t read music and played strictly ear. Wow.
The Wings of Pegasus video was very good. I had no idea he couldn't read music. That makes it so much more impressive. Makes me want to learn how to play an instrument... I'm sure I'll get around to it eventually. Fingers crossed! Imagine if you could become even a tenth as good as Campbell. I wouldn't do anything else but play music all day until I shuffle off this mortal coil.
A pure talent and humble gentleman to all, our world is a lesser place without artists like Glen and Roy walking it. Glen may be gone, but never forgotten by anyone who has heard his wonderful music.
Mac Coleman I agree with you. What immense talent,looks, style, performer and oh all the songs he recorded I can't believe! I sat down at my computer when I heard of his passing and went through all the songs Glen sang ........ brought back sooooo many memories from my childhood. Watching this today made me miss my mom and dad so much I just cried. Isn't it amazing what music does to our memories and soul? May you rest in eternal peace Glen Campbell. Millions of ppl loved you!
No kidding jamming out with him would of been outta this world I'd be like take it away and he'd look up at me an say with a sigh oh I guess so can U play something more challenging 😂lol 😢jk
I also just turned 72 last month. Most people remember Glen for his singing and his TV show. However, he was one of the most talented studio musicians to ever play the musicial scene. The top guitarists (i.e. Roy Clark) could only smile and nod approvingly when Glen played. Even in his later years, even though he could no longer remember the words, he was still able to play the songs. His fingers still remembered the notes. That is a tribute to how great a guitarist Glen was!
Roy was looking at Glenn wondering if he should jump in but wasn't sure if he could keep up with him!😂. Roy was a stud in his own right! God blessed them both!
Watching all those great country music stars looking at Glen Campbell perform that song, and seeing their faces basically saying “this dang guy is the most talented person here tonight” was incredibly satisfying!!!
The '60s were busy, as were the '70s , busy and busy. Here we are in 2021 and I finally discover Glen Campbell. In 1971 I dropped out of High School. 50 years later things slow down enough to catch up.
There will never be another Glen Campbell. Most talented musician ever. He could play and sing anything. Most people don’t know that he once filled in for Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys on tour when he was sick. Unbelievable!
Glen doesn't even look like he's trying when he plays guitar. He's seriously have a conversation during his solo and it's like his fingers have a mind of their own. Phenomenal.
years and years of experience...check out some of the "Wrecking Crew" videos online....he was around for a long time before anyone had any idea what kind of talent he really had..
When Glen Campbell starts his brilliant solo, surrounded by all the GREATEST legends of Country Music, every single ONE OF THEM is absolutely DAZZLED..... (especially the guitar players.) He will live FOREVER as one of the greatest guitarists of ALL TIME.
In September of 1967, I sat with Glen and his band in an all-night coffee shop till 5:30 AM telling stories and jokes. He was easy to be around, relaxed and friendly. I'll also mention that my radio station back then (KMOR in SLC, UT) was among the very first to play "Gentle On My Mind" when the John Hartford version came out in May of '67. Glen's release was in August and we had it on the air the day we got our copy.
His uncle taught him to play guitar and the rest was sheer talent and honed on practice. God, what a story. Left home @ 14, and the rest is history. Doesn't happen much. God bless Glen.
Yes, I can believe that. He’s from a musical family and played since he was a boy. Childhood is the best time to learn a musical instrument. The relationship between a child’s brain and training the connections in the young nervous system make it the perfect time to learn. It all becomes so ingrained in a way that is very difficult - perhaps impossible - to achieve as an adult. Of course he was talented on top of it!
I played golf with Glen and booked a concert in Utah with him. He was exactly who you see on stage. One of the charismatic entertainers I have ever encountered. A master piece among entertainers on planet earth. ❤Glen O. 2:56
It's Melodic playing. It goes more to the Heart and Soul. Thom Bresh was right behind Glen and Thom ain't no fool! Here is a great old tune he is doing with Tommy Emmanuel. th-cam.com/video/cfm8CLWdMs8/w-d-xo.html
Chet established the CGP title which was an invitation of distinction before his condition prevented him from playing. There were only 5 players ever invited into the CGP (Certified Guitar Player), Glen Campbell, Steve Wariner, John Knowles, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins, and Paul Yandell was invited after Chet's death. I think Roy should have also been invited, but then see the level you had to be at to make there. Glen was amazing.
Right out of high school I was fortunate enough to get a job at Gold Star Recording Studios. They weren't called the Wrecking Crew at the time, but I got to see Glen, Carol Kaye, Hal Blaine, Earl Palmer, Larry Knechtel, and the rest of them nearly every day. I NEVER saw Glen play a bad note, nor did Carol. They were beyond amazing as clearly demonstrated by Glen's solo here. There were many many times Glen played his solos live on the tracking session. Over dubs? Why? Not when he had this kind of talent. You see; way back before Pro Tools, there were pros. I was fortunate beyond belief to have had those experiences... RIP Glen.
What a special job you had! To have been around that much talent every day must have been awesome. You know, it would spoil most people to the extent that they could not listen to average pro players anymore. I envy you immensely, but I thank you for sharing your experience and letting people know about these folks.
@@southtxguitarist8926 Haha! Yea, before there was Pro Tools there WERE pros! Gotta truthfully say, the first time I heard that line was from Rick Beato on his TH-cam channel - one of thee best music channels ever. Be sure to check out his breakdown of hit songs in a bit he calls; “What Makes this Song So Great”, where he will SHOW you by checking out different soloed tracks.
@@liannebedard5521 Yes! Every week I would stop in and ask to see Dave Gold. I was 19. Did you know Cher was a receptionist at Gold Star studios? Anyway, this went on for about five weeks…I kept showing up. And finally he said; “you really want to work here dont you!” Yes sir Mr Gold! Then he hired me right there on the spot - to take a dolly out back and unload a ton of new recording tape and office supplies! HAHA!!! But… I WAS IN the recording business!!! I was so excited I was always there before Dave opened up and I clocked out at 5:30 PM, but usually stayed ‘til midnight because I could help out on the night sessions (but no pay). Buffalo Springfield did a lot of night sessions… And nowadays kids have to pay $30 grand or more for classes at Full Sail and such. I was incredibly fortunate. I should probably do a podcast - so many stories from the old days…. Cheers!
I never thought of Glenn Campbell as country because I lived in Chicago and he was more of a cross over entertainer and was played on pop music stations.
I think country music is one type of music that has a lot of bad cheesy stuff but dig deeper and you find the really great stuff, glen campbell is one of the latter
I am sure you have heard him in plenty of songs and did not know it. He was a sought after studio musician. I met him once, he acted like an ass. But i knew even then, WE all have our down days. I spilled tomato juice on his white jacket just 4 minutes before he was to go on stage at a small venue. He quickly recovered from his angry laser stare at me and said; Is that my water? thanks kid. mmm did i say he acted like an ass? I meant , I did. I did not even say I was sorry. sorry Mr. Campbell up there , I was just a star struck schmuck.
OMG. The way they were all trained on Glen just shows how they admired him. On this Thanksgiving, I thank my God I lived in the same time as Glen and all of these icons. God bless everyone.
God bless you and God bless Glen Campbell. May he rest in peace. The horrendous disease Robbed him. But according to his wife it was the very last thing to go. He could not talk but he could play the guitar to the very end
@@gregadams6055 I agree.. Glen toughed it out to the end. He performed as long as he could and never let it get the best of him. The best part is that nobody judged him when he did shows near the end. That's how we should treat each other...
A ROOM FULL OF RESPECT! The late and great CHET Atkins, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, B J Thomas, Waylon Jennings, Bobby Bare just to name a few. And a humble and confident Glen Campbell!!
And let's not forget the great Johnny Hartford for those magnificent words he penned to paper. They are more than words. They are capsules of people's lifestyles and of their lifetimes. My very own lifestyle matches them so well.... All up, so much beautiful music from so many legends and Glen sure does have that guitar leading the way on this one. Thank you to all.
It's been an incredibly rewarding three months getting familiar with his music - his virtuosity and flawless balance between his picking and that soaring, versatile tenor.
+eight inches He was not "underrated" at all. Prior to making it big in his solo career he was the most in demand session guitar player in LA. He played on hundreds of albums for a wide variety of musicians, mostly uncredited. He was an amazing guitar player. Even in "I'll Be Me" when he is struggling with the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's he could still play amazing guitar solos, seemingly by instinct.
Glen doesn't always receive the credit he deserves, for being a great guitarist. A lot of people don't know, that he was one of the most sought out session guitarist in the business, before he made it as a solo artist. He played on a ton of albums. Rock, and Country.
I HATE IT when some know it all says “A lot of people don’t know....” We aren’t cretins! Many of us have loved music our whole lives---and not just the top 40!
So damn right Helen. People who start a comment off with that remark are hoping we DON'T know so that they can tell us! But you are so right. We DO know these things about Glen. Why wouldn't we? Like yourself, I have lived through so many styles of music over the years. Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues, Folk, Country, Punk, Reggae, etc, etc, and I'm so glad I was around for ALL of it. I could compare the class against the trash and Glen Campbell was the one that made me take an interest in the guitar......7 years ago when I was 60! Rather late I know, but the last 7 years have been so musically enjoyable. I just wished I had taken it up in 1960.....instead of when I WAS 60!. But better late than never I suppose.
I am just saying but this level of talent is unheard of today in pop culture, this is off the cuff stuff done in front of a live audience. No auto tune, no post production, just a man with a great voice and his guitar. I wish that we had this again today
It's one of the blessings of being older. We could actually witness this stuff live. And yes, as you mentioned, "No auto tune, no post production". Man, I miss those days. Yep, "the good ole days".
I'm not a country and western fan generally, but his voice, guitar playing and the heart and soul he put in his performances just blows me away. A sad loss to the world....
glen was certified cross-over. so were several of the other faces in this circle. most of them started out as "country" but they didn't limit themselves to it. and others they played with could also play whatever styles suited them.
I’m a die hard rapper and I will chase that dream till I die but this is one of the most wholesome and beautiful performances I’ve ever seen. Makes me wish I was a simpler man. Glen Campbell was a wonderful and talented character and it’s a shame I’ll never meet the him. Rest In Peace Glen. ❤️🤠
Never. Where are the George Straights, Don Williams, Porter, Roy Clark. Waylon and Willie, Johnny and Roseann Cash, Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard, Ronnie Milsap, Kix Brooks, Ronnie Dunn, Hank Williams (NOT Jr.),Vince Gill, Randy Travis, Alan Jackson...Ray Price! Ray Price-“For the Good Times” may be one of the best songs of all time! And George Jones.
Don't forget to mention his voice too John, that and him being such a fine man. I'm from England and not of the Glen Campbell generation or background but I know what a beautiful thing the man's music will remain.
I too feel sad about his departure, but through the technology we have created in this world, allows him still, to share his gift with us, and I really appreciate that as no matter how I feel, I feel a bit better after listening to this song. The effect is immediate and no drugs were required -that is the power of great music!
and he passed that to his children. i think of ashely the most who helped her dad while he had memory issues called Alzheimer's on glens farewell tour. that also goes for glens last love his life and the rest of glens last family. he is a lucky dog to have that support an i love his rhinestone cowboy. and in that thought look at michael martin murphy song about cowboy logic . you have 3 cowboys in the front of a bench seat pickup truck which is you best guess of a true cowboy. its the one in the middle. he does not drive and he doesn't have to open the gate especially during inclement weather.
I'm 59 and just remembered him for True Grit and Lineman for the County, only recently appreciating him for the genius that he was on the guitar. Now I can't take my eyes off his hands every time I watch him play. His kind will never come again. Thanks Glen and Roy
I play guitar, Willie knows a few runs, but nobody has the ability to hear music like Glen and just play what they hear. Others would have to study music for years to do what he does naturally. It's all about how it comes across, and Glen's music came across gentle on your mind. Like he said, he can play whatever any other great guitar player plays sometime better than they can. He has a natural talent that many people may have for different things, but he, like Kurt Warner, NFL Hall of Fame Speech 2017, took advantage of every opportunity and dreamed big! What a great person from Arkansas. He just wanted to play his music and please the listeners, and he certainly did that. RIP Glen!
Daniel I just saw a clip from Alice Cooper saying Eddie Van Halen approached him and asked if Glen could give him a few lessons since they played golf a lot. Glen was the best..
I am of Indian ancestry born in Brooklyn NY but moved to Houston, TX in 1979, I was like nine years old listening to Rhinestone cowboy jumping from couch to couch to that song. This song in particular is so sweet. I love this man and I love country music. I miss Texas and that down south country hospitality.
If I had a nickel for every video on TH-cam where someone has to clarify that, "I'm not a country music fan, but.." I could buy myself a new pickup truck!
I grew up in a Barrio in the southwest in the 60-70s and remember watching the Glen Campbell show on TV alongside my grandmother. His music transcends the cultural fabric of this country. My eyes well up for Mr. Glenn Campbell and his greatest hits every time I hear them.
I am going to make a big statement: THIS SONG, THIS SONG is THEE most mentally stable thing I have latched on to all year to keep me from going into absolute debauchery and/or prison, deepER depression and utter chaos in my life. Glen Campbell. Don't take a bow, let me do it first in utmost respect!
Good on you mate! I’ve only discovered Glen Campbell. I sure wish I had have listened to him more in his prime. The respect from all those country stars is palpable. You sure would like Witchita lineman. Have a listen.
God bless you, my brother. I pray that you will see your way through all of your troubles and come out on the other side not too much worse for the wear. I wish you genuine happiness but more so, I wish you peace. I, too love this song. I was just a kid when he had his tv show and played a snippet of this song during the show’s outro. I have many fond memories of watching this show with my family. Much love to you, my friend
To see Roy Clark in awe just gives me chills. Roy was one of the greatest guitar players who ever lived yet even he knew just how good Glen was. This is one of my favourite clips on TH-cam. I revisit it often and it still gives me immense joy. Tremendous upload.
I'm a rock fan but always thought Roy Clark was the best player ever until I started listening to Glenn who's to say who's the best they're both unbelievable &then there's Jerry Reed
Nothing like the respect and admiration of your peers... For any performer/artist, sometimes the moment is...just there! If we're especially lucky, there's a camera or at least a mike present to capture that moment. If there's a better performance or recording of this song out there, I haven't seen it. Flawless!
The one thing I have always appreciated about Glen is that he always gave John Hartford credit for this song. I think the best way to put it is, Written and Originally performed by John Hartford, but made famous by Glen Campell.
At first, Willie is just listening. Then when Glen says: "I'll play one.", Willie looks up. There's a video of the two of them on stage, and Glen does something *similar* to this break ... but different. So he has two different breaks for this song that most guitarists couldn't handle! Wow!
Chet Atkins!! I hope these days come back again. I’ve loved country music since I heard “Fancy” by Reba on my grandpa’s radio in his ‘79 Pontiac LeMans in the 80’s. Living in New Jersey and liking country music did not make me popular, but I wouldn’t trade a day of it! Bless all of those that have come before for showing us the true spirit of country music 🙏❤️
I love how everybody smiles when he leans into it. He was so good you can't help it. There's no pressure to scrutinize or analyze anything because it's just too good. All you have to do is smile and listen.
Glen Campbell was a national treasure in my opinion. When Roy Clarke is in awe that says it all. His songwriting was only eclipsed by his amazing vocals and guitar skills! We will dearly miss you Glen.
Yeah, and you could tell he just ripped that lead off from the top of his head, he felt it coming in and just announced to the other players "I'll play one" - it looked like to me he directed it to Willie, just got the feeling that Willie was going to do a little lead right there.
I never knew the great talent Glen Campbell was until I saw the Wrecking Crew video, he’s has recording credits on about 700 records, like Good Vibrations, Johnny Angel, to Strangers in the Night,, all I can say is WOW.
Imagine being a son or daughter or grandchild of Glen and at any time you watch this video of him playing in front of the some of the greatest in country music history. Then you see this audience react in spontaneous and genuine awe. enjoyment and love for the man and his skills and talent. For Glen's descendants this legacy performance is beyond precious.
There won't be another Glen Campbell. His voice is fabulous, and the way he plays guitar is amazing. Just watch his fingers. I certainly hope he will not be forgotten, and generations will have the pleasure of watching these videos till the end of time. Thank God for music!
I love Country music and all the fabulous artists who sing and perform for us. I'm not an American citizen, but when I listen to these beautiful songs, it's the way I see America: love, friendship and freedom. A wonderful, country. Thanks so much for this compilation of songs that bring back sweet memories.
Thank you for appreciating this great music and the musicians that we love so much. I'm happy that people in other countries appreciate this music. It belongs to the world.
He's performing in front of a group of some of the greatest singers, artists, and musicians ever...and he has them mesmerized.
When you're playing your guitar, and Roy Clark is watching closely, then that means you're a great guitar player.
Yea. Thats my Opinion
Roy and Glenn played together many times. They compliment each other very well.
Yes, I noticed him watching
Two bad ass pickers
My thought exactly.
If Roy Clark is watching you in awe, you know your good.
My takeaway was that fellow great guitarist, Roy Clark, who has intermittently played with Glen Campbell over the years, was being a good sport but was all the while wishing he would have been part of this performance too. However, you could be right!
I agree, my take as well.
More than anything it appeared to me,that the immensely gifted Roy Clark was yearning to play along with his friend.
i agree too... he was itching to play but he stood back to let his friend play something what will never be repeated... you cant beat 'live' when you see those expressions... bye the way who is the girl with the nice smile and shortish brown hair... she is on timeline at 2:02... thank you.
Janie Fricke
Abso fucking lutely.
This is one of the most flawless, understated, and eloquent live performances I have ever seen. Clearly a master of his craft. And I'm not even a country music fan
You don't need to be a "fan". Good music is where you find it.
Where are you a fan of the Beach boys? Elvis? Paul Simon? How about the monkeys? The smothers Brothers? He also played for other bands like Merle Haggard and Johnny Cash and numerous others before he ever went out on his own. A member of the famous wrecking Crew. Known as the best in the world at what they do
Amen brother
Think of the great musicians on that stage. Mindblowing
Matteo Macuso is flawless. Glen is not, but he's a giant where Matteo is a kid yet to discover what Glen discovered doing all those sessions with the Wrecking Crew - make every note sing.
I've watched this hundreds of times, and smile every time that he plays the solo.
Me as well! Great
And then there's Chet Atkins, sitting politely, and quietly thinking, " childs play.".
(He could play that at 10 years old, with his hands tied behind his back.) But I still like Glenn.
Who wouldn't want Crystal Gayle staring and smiling at your midsection?
Willie looking at him like he's a bit of a show off lol
What a classic
Willie Nelson and Roy Clark both sitting there like "wow." This is a great little time capsule and it shows just how special Campbell was.
Imagine being in a room full of the absolute best musicians and singers in the world and making all their jaws drop with how good you are, without even breaking a sweat. That's Glen Campbell in a nutshell.
It really is. Nobody ever made it look easy as easily as GC.
I sure do miss him. I fell in love with his music at 14. I remember listening to the DJ and he started making fun of him over the radio. He kept calling him Glen Cowbell. I was so angry that I called the station and chewed out the DJ. He didn't stop. Oh well, I was 16 and in love. I'm 68 now and still love his music. RIP Mr. Campbell!
And he made her brown eyes blue. I'm so sorry, but I had to say something, that's all I had at the moment.
I will tell you that even as good and successful as Glen was believe me, he was intimidated by the fact he was on camera and in front of his peers. There was one missed note and he got through it but you could see it on his face for 1 second. A true professional!
Same with jerry garcia
This is what country music heaven looks like. RIP Glenn.
@@getsmartpaul hope I get to see it
He sure could play that git-deselect.
when Roy Clark is admiring your guitar playing, you know you are at the top
So true!
you should arlo guthrie play guitar. OMG
Yup.
Facts!!!!
Completely agree!
If you have a smile on your face listening to this,it means your soul is still working 😊
Thank you.
Mine's working overtime, fantastic!
Smile on my face and tears in my eyes
Lol, I didn't realize I was grinning when I watched this.
I'm smiling through the tears.
Most people don't realize how good a guitar player Glen really was, RIP Rhinestone Cowboy.
In his time (just like Brent Mason), Glen Campbell was the #1 Studio Guitar Player not only in Tennessee but also with the "Wrecking Crew" in California. Glen Campbell was Nationwide!
When i was a kid i didnt realize what a talent he was.
His talents were rarely showcased in the studio. I saw him live and it melted my face.
A lot of people know how great he was. He had a long career and was considered one of the best studio musicians ever.
If I remember correctly, while he was a studio musician many headliners encouraged him to record his own music. That he had way too much talent to be in the background.
How fortunate that we live in a age, where we can listen and watch talent at will.
Amen to that!!!!
Isn't it great?
@@DonGill-cu5mo It is the most fantastic version of Gentle on my Mind that Glen ever did!!! I wish he'd showed off his amazing talent on his albums and on his TV show.
@@Music_is_Breathing AGREE !!! I have played it SO many times, thinking of my dad... .
The year of this isn’t listed
does anyone here get teary-eyed with cold chill-bumps?.
"You don't know what you have until it's gone". That's how I feel about his talent and art. A true American treasure.
Yes. Got his albums. Watched "It'll be me" documentary many many times. Had to delete it, you know why... As an Elvis collector I gotta add Elvis realized he could not have Glen in his band. Tell's enough...
I still get the chills and the goosebumps listening to Glen Campbell
sounds like you got covid. isolate immediately
@@mrneal9079 good point
.or too take a lead from ol glen start slamming the nose candy and you'll be cured
One of the finest guitarists who ever put hand to strings. Not given the credit he deserves in my opinion. They don't make 'em like the Rhinestone Cowboy any more.
This recording was done live on "Ryman Country Homecoming" filmed on April 22, 1999 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. On stage along with Glenn were Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Lorrie Morgan, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, Lynn Anderson, Bobby Bare, T. Graham Brown, Ralph Emery, Janie Fricke, Barbara Fairchild, Larry Gatlin, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Geezinslaw Brother, Ferlin Husky, Dan Seals, T.G. Sheppard, B.J. Thomas, Ricky Van Shelton, Porter Wagoner, and Gene Watson. Chet had been diagnosed with cancer reoccurence and had a brain tumor removed two years earlier. and he had a rough go of it. Him palying the guitar softly behind Glenn is very touching.
Thank you 🙏
Thank you!!!
Hey Steve thanks for that list of the stack of legends, clapping one of the most underrated guitarists of the 20th century.. 👍 Not too many could lay down a solo like that and also sing it so purely.
If I remember, Ronnie McDowell was part of this as well. He told a story about turning down 3 consecutive songs that were #1 hits for Conway Twitty. The next time Conway tried to give him a song, he said "Gimme that sucker; I don't care what it sounds like!"
Thank you.
I've probably watched this clip hundreds of times over the years. It pops up in my recommended videos every couple of weeks, and I always watch it when that happens. Without fail, each time Campbell gets to the end of his solo I'm just as elated as everyone in that room were. I love his smile at 1:56 just as he's finishing it. It looks like he's thinking "Damn, I'm good." And he was. Sheer brilliance on display.
Same here, buddy. There’s an excellent analysis and breakdown of the solo on the WingsofPegasus TH-cam site. He talks of Glen’s ability to hit every note with his right hand when playing up-tempo pieces on acoustic, which is incredibly hard to do, but which Glen does effortlessly. It makes every note emphatic. His dexterity is amazing, but really amazes me is that he couldn’t read music and played strictly ear. Wow.
The Wings of Pegasus video was very good. I had no idea he couldn't read music. That makes it so much more impressive. Makes me want to learn how to play an instrument... I'm sure I'll get around to it eventually. Fingers crossed! Imagine if you could become even a tenth as good as Campbell. I wouldn't do anything else but play music all day until I shuffle off this mortal coil.
❤🇬🇧❤️
A pure talent and humble gentleman to all, our world is a lesser place without artists like Glen and Roy walking it. Glen may be gone, but never forgotten by anyone who has heard his wonderful music.
This clip is highly addictive!
I an old man who cannot keep from weeping at his passing. Thank you, Lord, for sharing his talents with us. Please embrace him as he goes home.
Amen
Mac Coleman I agree with you. What immense talent,looks, style, performer and oh all the songs he recorded I can't believe! I sat down at my computer when I heard of his passing and went through all the songs Glen sang ........ brought back sooooo many memories from my childhood. Watching this today made me miss my mom and dad so much I just cried.
Isn't it amazing what music does to our memories and soul? May you rest in eternal peace Glen Campbell. Millions of ppl loved you!
Very, very wel said sir.
It's not fair! All that talent and he looked like a Greek God too! Special talent.
Well, he looked Scottish :)
"I'll play one." has got to be one of the best things to hear from a musician
No kidding jamming out with him would of been outta this world I'd be like take it away and he'd look up at me an say with a sigh oh I guess so can U play something more challenging 😂lol 😢jk
The way Willie snapped his head up when he says it gets me every time.
Loved that, glen was so casual about it and then just busts out one of the most beautiful pick licks I’ve ever heard.
Especially from a musician of his caliber
Took the room to school.
This song was first popular in my late teens, a special time. Now, it brings a tear to the eye of this 72-year-old guy.
It gets something going in me too . I think I should have been a tramp 😀
I miss you dad 16 years but your still gentle on my mind xx
Jimmy wrote some wonderful songs and Glen did them justice.
65 and me too
I also just turned 72 last month. Most people remember Glen for his singing and his TV show. However, he was one of the most talented studio musicians to ever play the musicial scene. The top guitarists (i.e. Roy Clark) could only smile and nod approvingly when Glen played. Even in his later years, even though he could no longer remember the words, he was still able to play the songs. His fingers still remembered the notes. That is a tribute to how great a guitarist Glen was!
Glen Travis Campbell was one of the most talented singer-songwriters-musicians God ever breathed life into.
An actor too! 👍
You are right on the money with that
I think he was the most.
Everyone and I mean Everyone in that room knew they were watching a Master Entertainer at work.
Wrecking crew BABY!
absoflippinlutely russ
Believe it or not, even Eric Clapton said the greatest guitarist he ever saw was Glen Campbell.
And no jealousy or bruised egos, just people appreciating and enjoying good music.
@@mediamannaman And everytime I watch it, I notice yet ANOTHER person smiling or grinning. Just love this video :)
This video is a blessing to everyone that watches it.
Yes it is!! I watch it often, usually everyday!!
A blessing that brings tears to my eyes. RIP Mr. Campbell--thanks for the beautiful music!
Damn right.
Amen. What a genius.
I grew up with it. As kid. It's settling and one best guitar players.
Roy Clark’s expression says it all! Much respect to both legends.
Roy was looking at Glenn wondering if he should jump in but wasn't sure if he could keep up with him!😂. Roy was a stud in his own right! God blessed them both!
Even Willy sat this one out.
Yeah, that's Roy thinking "sumbitch can keep up with me." He didn't run into that very often.
Yes, I can see Roy Clark glad that one of the greatest songs of our century …. Was a country song.
That smile on Merle Haggard's face is something that can't be faked.
Watching all those great country music stars looking at Glen Campbell perform that song, and seeing their faces basically saying “this dang guy is the most talented person here tonight” was incredibly satisfying!!!
One of the FINEST guitar players that ever picked, right there. God bless you, Glen.
I say the best ever
You got that right , friend.
Him and Jerry Reed & Roy Clarke.. Legends
@@booooo666 Exactly! And Roy Clark was so good, he could likely play instruments that haven't even been invented yet.
My Ken dolls all looked like glen even the hair 😅
Campbell wasn't just some country bumpkin, just part of the greatest session players of the 60s, he knew his stuff and he knew it well.
Filled in with the Beach Boys on tour. Glenn Campbell, Delight Arkansas
The '60s were busy, as were the '70s , busy and busy. Here we are in 2021 and I finally discover Glen Campbell.
In 1971 I dropped out of High School. 50 years later things slow down enough to catch up.
@Henry Black So good didn't need to. If he heard it he could play it.
I think you undervalued him! He was awesome and could teach anyone!!!!!!!!
Yep, was one of the wrecking crew of L.A. studio musicians that played on countless songs you never knew they were on.
We were so lucky to have grown up in the 60, 70's, and 80's. Not sure it will ever be like that again.
It will never happen again, we were lucky
Amen to that.
Nope welcome to cookie cutter 2021
Sadly we will never have it again like we did in the 70-80's
Most definitely won't.
There will never be another Glen Campbell. Most talented musician ever. He could play and sing anything. Most people don’t know that he once filled in for Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys on tour when he was sick. Unbelievable!
Glen doesn't even look like he's trying when he plays guitar. He's seriously have a conversation during his solo and it's like his fingers have a mind of their own. Phenomenal.
Take THAT Mark Knopfler
ONE OF A KIND IN HIS LIFETIME AND SOMETHING WE MAY NEVER EXPERIENCE AGAIN.
years and years of experience...check out some of the "Wrecking Crew" videos online....he was around for a long time before anyone had any idea what kind of talent he really had..
@@zapkvr Mark Knopfler is easily as talented on the guitar as Glen Campbell and Roy Clark were. He just plays a different style.
Came Ireland, glad i went to see him,class show
Rest in peace,Glen
When Glen Campbell starts his brilliant solo, surrounded by all the GREATEST legends of Country Music, every single ONE OF THEM is absolutely DAZZLED..... (especially the guitar players.) He will live FOREVER as one of the greatest guitarists of ALL TIME.
what a wonderful talent
+Mark Marsh He certainly gets Willie's attention.
+Mark Marsh Not quite. Chet would blow him out of the water...and that's what he's sitting there thinking/knowing.
Bullshit.
+glenn hooper chet was good but glen was better. much more in demand. a superstar.
One good thing about being old is knowing real country music.
Yes old mate. No fancy shit,like synthesisers, and stuff to make tone deaf singers hit the right note. When on stage they mime...
What does that mean?
Amen brother.
@@josephwitkowski6665 raw talent my friend..
As an 18 year old I can certainly say that this is the country music I live for
For 9 years I keep coming back to listen to this flawless performance. He was so good.
Me too.
Also.
People seem to forget that Glenn Campbell is considered to be one of the greatest guitar players of any genre that has ever lived
and many have no clue who he was...or that he even had his own TV show.
And even less know how good Jerry Reed was...............
@@ShenTree Agreed 👍💯
@@ShenTree Absolutely The ⛄️ Snowman could pick.
more like people seemed to never know to begin with
In September of 1967, I sat with Glen and his band in an all-night coffee shop till 5:30 AM telling stories and jokes. He was easy to be around, relaxed and friendly. I'll also mention that my radio station back then (KMOR in SLC, UT) was among the very first to play "Gentle On My Mind" when the John Hartford version came out in May of '67. Glen's release was in August and we had it on the air the day we got our copy.
Can you believe that Glenn was self-taught!. Truly a God-given talent.
And one of the few in 'The Wrecking Crew' that couldn't read music!
....yep Hugh, that's how usually goes. The genius's are taught by something else.
Wow. I didn't know that. Self-taught and couldn't read music, and I guess he was a real virtuoso on ALL guitars. He mastered them all.💖💕💖
His uncle taught him to play guitar and the rest was sheer talent and honed on practice. God, what a story. Left home @ 14, and the rest is history. Doesn't happen much. God bless Glen.
Yes, I can believe that. He’s from a musical family and played since he was a boy. Childhood is the best time to learn a musical instrument. The relationship between a child’s brain and training the connections in the young nervous system make it the perfect time to learn. It all becomes so ingrained in a way that is very difficult - perhaps impossible - to achieve as an adult. Of course he was talented on top of it!
I played golf with Glen and booked a concert in Utah with him. He was exactly who you see on stage. One of the charismatic entertainers I have ever encountered. A master piece among entertainers on planet earth. ❤Glen O. 2:56
I believe you, bud...he was an 'everyman' who could sing and play us, really well, what we all were going through...a rare artistic companion
Here I am a metal rocker, and cannot stop listening to this. Just wonderful!
We'll it's not so far away except for the baseline
Yes because you recognize talent
Punk Rocker here. Old school Punker ..60. This is amazing. Then again, I love all music.
Amazing isnt it? Check out Roy Clark as well....
It's Melodic playing. It goes more to the Heart and Soul. Thom Bresh was right behind Glen and Thom ain't no fool! Here is a great old tune he is doing with Tommy Emmanuel.
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Glen Campbell: The most underrated guitarist of all time.
Chet established the CGP title which was an invitation of distinction before his condition prevented him from playing. There were only 5 players ever invited into the CGP (Certified Guitar Player), Glen Campbell, Steve Wariner, John Knowles, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins, and Paul Yandell was invited after Chet's death. I think Roy should have also been invited, but then see the level you had to be at to make there. Glen was amazing.
No doubt.
@@myownboss1318 Tommy Emmanuel & Tony Rice should be invited to the CGP.
@@blakeb4583 My bad, Tommy was one of the first members, there was 7.
One of the greatest to pick up a guitar no doubt about it
The look of respect on Roy Clark's face. Class.
Amen! Roy knows what Glens' genius is.
Either that or he’s constipated.
John critch that's the part that I love.xx
Game recognize Game!
And gene Watson and every single one over there.
I really miss my dad ❤, this was his favourite ❤️
🫂🫂🫂
Right out of high school I was fortunate enough to get a job at Gold Star Recording Studios. They weren't called the Wrecking Crew at the time, but I got to see Glen, Carol Kaye, Hal Blaine, Earl Palmer, Larry Knechtel, and the rest of them nearly every day. I NEVER saw Glen play a bad note, nor did Carol. They were beyond amazing as clearly demonstrated by Glen's solo here. There were many many times Glen played his solos live on the tracking session. Over dubs? Why? Not when he had this kind of talent.
You see; way back before Pro Tools, there were pros.
I was fortunate beyond belief to have had those experiences... RIP Glen.
What a special job you had! To have been around that much talent every day must have been awesome. You know, it would spoil most people to the extent that they could not listen to average pro players anymore. I envy you immensely, but I thank you for sharing your experience and letting people know about these folks.
@@southtxguitarist8926 Haha! Yea, before there was Pro Tools there WERE pros! Gotta truthfully say, the first time I heard that line was from Rick Beato on his TH-cam channel - one of thee best music channels ever. Be sure to check out his breakdown of hit songs in a bit he calls; “What Makes this Song So Great”, where he will SHOW you by checking out different soloed tracks.
You got PAID for that job..,?..?.,
@@liannebedard5521
Yes! Every week I would stop in and ask to see Dave Gold. I was 19. Did you know Cher was a receptionist at Gold Star studios? Anyway, this went on for about five weeks…I kept showing up. And finally he said; “you really want to work here dont you!” Yes sir Mr Gold! Then he hired me right there on the spot - to take a dolly out back and unload a ton of new recording tape and office supplies! HAHA!!! But… I WAS IN the recording business!!! I was so excited I was always there before Dave opened up and I clocked out at 5:30 PM, but usually stayed ‘til midnight because I could help out on the night sessions (but no pay). Buffalo Springfield did a lot of night sessions… And nowadays kids have to pay $30 grand or more for classes at Full Sail and such. I was incredibly fortunate. I should probably do a podcast - so many stories from the old days…. Cheers!
@@mobiuslooped1551 Persistence pays…great story!
Never listened to country music much but I can honestly say that Glenn Campbell has more talent than any man should. He is just incredible. 👌
I never thought of Glenn Campbell as country because I lived in Chicago and he was more of a cross over entertainer and was played on pop music stations.
I think country music is one type of music that has a lot of bad cheesy stuff but dig deeper and you find the really great stuff, glen campbell is one of the latter
Watch Roy Clark, too. That man can play ANYTHING with strings on it.
@@kevinstroup I used to watch Roy Clark on Hee Haw when I was a kid, he was amazing. He was one of the finest guitar players of all the Genre.
I am sure you have heard him in plenty of songs and did not know it. He was a sought after studio musician. I met him once, he acted like an ass. But i knew even then, WE all have our down days. I spilled tomato juice on his white jacket just 4 minutes before he was to go on stage at a small venue. He quickly recovered from his angry laser stare at me and said; Is that my water? thanks kid. mmm did i say he acted like an ass? I meant , I did. I did not even say I was sorry. sorry Mr. Campbell up there , I was just a star struck schmuck.
OMG. The way they were all trained on Glen just shows how they admired him. On this Thanksgiving, I thank my God I lived in the same time as Glen and all of these icons. God bless everyone.
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God bless you too my friend
@@user-zy4cq6vo3qAmen 😊
God bless you and God bless Glen Campbell. May he rest in peace. The horrendous disease Robbed him. But according to his wife it was the very last thing to go. He could not talk but he could play the guitar to the very end
@@gregadams6055 I agree.. Glen toughed it out to the end. He performed as long as he could and never let it get the best of him. The best part is that nobody judged him when he did shows near the end. That's how we should treat each other...
Roy Clark, "THE Roy Clark", looking on with reverence is just priceless. What an amazing performance.
A ROOM FULL OF RESPECT! The late and great CHET Atkins, Crystal Gayle, Ray Stevens, Willie Nelson, Roy Clark, B J Thomas, Waylon Jennings, Bobby Bare just to name a few. And a humble and confident Glen Campbell!!
Well said.
And let's not forget the great Johnny Hartford for those magnificent words he penned to paper. They are more than words. They are capsules of people's lifestyles and of their lifetimes. My very own lifestyle matches them so well.... All up, so much beautiful music from so many legends and Glen sure does have that guitar leading the way on this one. Thank you to all.
Yesiree.. It's magic when the melody, the words telling the story and the singer interprets it like a master ..
BonTonRule e
B. J. is really rockin that mullet!
One of the most underrated guitarists of all time.
+eight inches he was great. i wish i had discovered him earlier (i am 19). i would have loved to get tickets to one of his concerts when he was well.
Joe Carpenter
It's not too late to enjoy his music.
No, that's true.
It's been an incredibly rewarding three months getting familiar with his music - his virtuosity and flawless balance between his picking and that soaring, versatile tenor.
+eight inches He was not "underrated" at all. Prior to making it big in his solo career he was the most in demand session guitar player in LA. He played on hundreds of albums for a wide variety of musicians, mostly uncredited. He was an amazing guitar player. Even in "I'll Be Me" when he is struggling with the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's he could still play amazing guitar solos, seemingly by instinct.
Glen doesn't always receive the credit he deserves, for being a great guitarist. A lot of people don't know, that he was one of the most sought out session guitarist in the business, before he made it as a solo artist. He played on a ton of albums. Rock, and Country.
the wrecking crew
Including Presley and Sinatra. And a soaring, distinctive voice to boot. Mind-blowing talent....I Hate that man!
... and the Beach Boys!
I HATE IT when some know it all says “A lot of people don’t know....”
We aren’t cretins! Many of us have loved music our whole lives---and not just the top 40!
So damn right Helen.
People who start a comment off with that remark are hoping we DON'T know so that they can tell us!
But you are so right. We DO know these things about Glen. Why wouldn't we?
Like yourself, I have lived through so many styles of music over the years. Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues, Folk, Country, Punk, Reggae, etc, etc, and I'm so glad I was around for ALL of it.
I could compare the class against the trash and Glen Campbell was the one that made me take an interest in the guitar......7 years ago when I was 60!
Rather late I know, but the last 7 years have been so musically enjoyable. I just wished I had taken it up in 1960.....instead of when I WAS 60!.
But better late than never I suppose.
I am just saying but this level of talent is unheard of today in pop culture, this is off the cuff stuff done in front of a live audience. No auto tune, no post production, just a man with a great voice and his guitar. I wish that we had this again today
It's one of the blessings of being older. We could actually witness this stuff live. And yes, as you mentioned, "No auto tune, no post production". Man, I miss those days. Yep, "the good ole days".
I'm not a country and western fan generally, but his voice, guitar playing and the heart and soul he put in his performances just blows me away. A sad loss to the world....
to bad about country. so many styles. so many accomplished artists.
Ditto...he was really great.
This is an excellent performance too!!
glen was certified cross-over. so were several of the other faces in this circle. most of them started out as "country" but they didn't limit themselves to it. and others they
played with could also play whatever styles suited them.
John Sharpe you are right! He was the best guitarist ever, and he sang with heart and soul which drew me to love him.
I've watched this clip a hundred times and I'll watch it a hundred times more
Maybe more.....awesome !!!!
Same and not even a country music fan,just a a great vibe.
Me too.
What a talented guy ! Hè plays so smooth and natural while singing with such a clear voice and charisma...., great song!!
Clint Harrington same here, I never tire of watching and hearing him play, and you can see his peers watching in awe of him
I can watch this over and over and over again. It brings tears to my eyes.
Lindy Griffith me too. Ive been watching it over and over for ages today. Brilliant.
Me too.
Lindy Griffith may be it's the newness of his passing? I get emotional when I hear him
I keep listening to this on my computer, on my phone, and always crying!
Lindy Griffith yes😢
When Roy Clark looks on in amazement, you KNOW you've reached the pinnacle.
When a guitar player as good as Roy Clark looks at Glenn the way he did, that’s all you need to know how good Glenn was as a guitar player. RIP
Agree 100% great observation
@@edgrube8089 I second that agreement
I wish my wife looked at me like that 😄
Believe it or not, even Eric Clapton said the greatest guitarist he ever saw was Glen Campbell.
@@timwesthoff9136 Eddie Van Halen wanted to take lessons from him.
"I'll play one" Then he proceeds to pick a masterpiece .
"Ill play one" and willie keeps on watching like "hold up"
I don't recognize the person @ 2:03.
@@ferdinandfrancis9673 , the woman was Janie Fricke. The man was Willie Nelson, but I don't think you meant him, cuz EVERYONE knows him. Lol
@@lannetteamourose7335 Thanks, she is real easy on the eye even to this day, and you are correct about Willie, lol.
Glen was a session guitarist before he was well-known singer. An absolute legend - RIP Mr Campbell
This man is one of the greatest entertainers of all time.
kcozgrove chuck wasn't a great player like glen.
I WONDER WHAT HIS MOM THOUGHT ABOUT HAVING SUCH A TALENTED SON?
Listening to this man sing and play guitar is better than drinking beer. Rest in peace Glen.❤
And good with beer too
When Chet.....Willie and the late Roy Clark smile and approve at you're soloing...you KNOW you're good
And Les Paul, Waylon Jennings, and all the other stars in their own rights in that group!
Glen is right up there with Roy and Chet.
D*mn straight!
You got that right @Xavier Balzola! Glen could PLAY, and all the greats appreciated and enjoyed his matchless talent!
And Chester Atkins.
Was that Ray Stevens to Glens left?
I’m a die hard rapper and I will chase that dream till I die but this is one of the most wholesome and beautiful performances I’ve ever seen. Makes me wish I was a simpler man. Glen Campbell was a wonderful and talented character and it’s a shame I’ll never meet the him. Rest In Peace Glen. ❤️🤠
Thank you for your wonderful comments! 🎶🎶🎶
Comedian owen benjamin has a fantastic bit on the difference between country music and rap music. You shpuld check it out.
you can be if you want to . Grab yourself an acoustic guitar. Start playing. Will will feel it.
Great comment ☝🏻
Colin Southern agreed brother. Spectacular concert.
Will we ever see a room full of talent like that again?
We will, but it will be a while i believe.
Never.
Where are the George Straights, Don Williams, Porter, Roy Clark. Waylon and Willie, Johnny and Roseann Cash, Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard, Ronnie Milsap, Kix Brooks, Ronnie Dunn, Hank Williams (NOT Jr.),Vince Gill, Randy Travis, Alan Jackson...Ray Price!
Ray Price-“For the Good Times” may be one of the best songs of all time! And George Jones.
no
no chance
10-4 my friend.
The fact that he was so humble about blowing his idols away with that performance tells you everything
Glen was a truly gifted guitarist, lucky us, he shared his gift with us!
RIP Glen
Don't forget to mention his voice too John, that and him being such a fine man. I'm from England and not of the Glen Campbell generation or background but I know what a beautiful thing the man's music will remain.
I'm still sad.
I too feel sad about his departure, but through the technology we have created in this world, allows him still, to share his gift with us, and I really appreciate that as no matter how I feel, I feel a bit better after listening to this song.
The effect is immediate and no drugs were required -that is the power of great music!
and he passed that to his children. i think of ashely the most who helped her dad while he had memory issues called Alzheimer's on glens farewell tour. that also goes for glens last love his life and the rest of glens last family. he is a lucky dog to have that support an i love his rhinestone cowboy. and in that thought look at michael martin murphy song about cowboy logic .
you have 3 cowboys in the front of a bench seat pickup truck which is you best guess of a true cowboy. its the one in the middle. he does not drive and he doesn't have to open the gate especially during inclement weather.
He was also a certified BEACH BOY!! And toured with them for a year, while the other beach boy was indisposed. 🤷🏻♂️ But Rip GC. 🙏🙏
Regret I didn't appreciate just how talented he was when he was with us.
Me too I never knew 🙏
I'm only 23 and I love every song of his.
I'm 59 and just remembered him for True Grit and Lineman for the County, only recently appreciating him for the genius that he was on the guitar. Now I can't take my eyes off his hands every time I watch him play. His kind will never come again. Thanks Glen and Roy
Me either I feel bad that I didnt really discover him until after he died
Plenty old recordings. Dude had his own golf tournament! Like Andy Williams :stars of yesterday
I love that Willie Nelson, who can play like that himself, just smiles in enjoyment at Glenn's amazing guitar solo.
don't get me wrong I love Willie...but he couldn't touch Glen's guitar skills.
I play guitar, Willie knows a few runs, but nobody has the ability to hear music like Glen and just play what they hear. Others would have to study music for years to do what he does naturally. It's all about how it comes across, and Glen's music came across gentle on your mind. Like he said, he can play whatever any other great guitar player plays sometime better than they can. He has a natural talent that many people may have for different things, but he, like Kurt Warner, NFL Hall of Fame Speech 2017, took advantage of every opportunity and dreamed big! What a great person from Arkansas. He just wanted to play his music and please the listeners, and he certainly did that. RIP Glen!
Danie
Daniel I just saw a clip from Alice Cooper saying Eddie Van Halen approached him and asked if Glen could give him a few lessons since they played golf a lot. Glen was the best..
Daniel: Willie is great at being himself. But he's never had fretboard skills like that. Few do, in any music idiom.
I am of Indian ancestry born in Brooklyn NY but moved to Houston, TX in 1979, I was like nine years old listening to Rhinestone cowboy jumping from couch to couch to that song. This song in particular is so sweet. I love this man and I love country music. I miss Texas and that down south country hospitality.
I don't consider myself a country music fan, but I had to watch that guitar solo three times. Sweet Jesus...what a talented soul. RIP icon.
If I had a nickel for every video on TH-cam where someone has to clarify that, "I'm not a country music fan, but.." I could buy myself a new pickup truck!
Oh, I know.. I'm just a huge guitar guy in general, I'll listen to anything that uses instrumentation
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Talent is Talent
watch his william tell overture...
Gentle On My Mind is one of the greatest pieces of American poetry ever. Add in superb musicianship and vocals, and this is what we get.
agree!!!
Many kudos to Jimmy Webb!
@@catofthecastle1681 Why Jimmy Webb? John Hartford wrote the song.
Agreed.
Jim very well said. And Glen is underrated. Perhaps the most talented country singer of all time. Of course along with Merle.
Most people know Glen Campbell as a singer, but this guy was actually a WORLD-CLASS guitar player. He was amazing.
The talent on that stage is beyond what words can describe
"I'll play one" .....Thank you Glen for making me smile
Right you are. 😇
Me too
I hope young folks realize that 3 of the greatest guitar players in history are sitting on that stage.
100% right!!
Only three
YES MOE LARRY AND CURLEY
Dex
hardly
Who's here in 2020 for some de-stressing and encouragement during the Covid 19 coronavirus situation?
Mike here in closed down western Colorado. Even the hiking trails are closed so Glenn can make things happy and bring back great memories.
With ye here on the Atlantic Coast - north west of Ireland. Keep it Country!
I´m here, southern Sweden
Here Detroit Michigan
I grew up in a Barrio in the southwest in the 60-70s and remember watching the Glen Campbell show on TV alongside my grandmother. His music transcends the cultural fabric of this country. My eyes well up for Mr. Glenn Campbell and his greatest hits every time I hear them.
I never go a week without listening to this masterpiece. When I chill this is where you'll find me. Glen Campbell was one of a kind.
I am going to make a big statement: THIS SONG, THIS SONG is THEE most mentally stable thing I have latched on to all year to keep me from going into absolute debauchery and/or prison, deepER depression and utter chaos in my life. Glen Campbell. Don't take a bow, let me do it first in utmost respect!
Ain't it great? I cannot feel bad while listening to this song.
Yes sir. It's a beautiful song. It's really wonderful when music heals our wounds and make us smile again. I'm happy for you sir. God bless!
I think you need to join me for coffee sometime
Good on you mate!
I’ve only discovered Glen Campbell. I sure wish I had have listened to him more in his prime. The respect from all those country stars is palpable. You sure would like Witchita lineman. Have a listen.
God bless you, my brother. I pray that you will see your way through all of your troubles and come out on the other side not too much worse for the wear. I wish you genuine happiness but more so, I wish you peace. I, too love this song. I was just a kid when he had his tv show and played a snippet of this song during the show’s outro. I have many fond memories of watching this show with my family. Much love to you, my friend
To see Roy Clark in awe just gives me chills. Roy was one of the greatest guitar players who ever lived yet even he knew just how good Glen was. This is one of my favourite clips on TH-cam. I revisit it often and it still gives me immense joy. Tremendous upload.
Its awesome & great to know they had mutual respect for each others incredible talent
I'm a rock fan but always thought Roy Clark was the best player ever until I started listening to Glenn who's to say who's the best they're both unbelievable &then there's Jerry Reed
Roy was so great. He & Glen were buddies & peers. Glen played on a 12 string & shredded & never missed a note. Such talents
@BearRyan same for me
@@Marilynhon if you look at the headstock, I'm pretty sure it's s a 6 string. Could be wrong however. Shredding mighty fine whatever it is!
The most talented performer ever - even in a room of legends he still shines like a star in the sky.
Yep those men played with Elvis
Doesn’t he just.
He's not SHACKLED to anything but raw talent. I miss him so much.😢
Probably the single most underrated guitarist in the popular American music lexicon. This dude was straight fire.
Roy Clark was one of the greatest pickers of all time. When he is awe of your talent you know you're a legend. RIP Glenn
I feel this version was the finest Campbell ever played the song, God what an amazing rendition
Dam straight you are!
Nothing like the respect and admiration of your peers...
For any performer/artist, sometimes the moment is...just there! If we're especially lucky, there's a camera or at least a mike present to capture that moment. If there's a better performance or recording of this song out there, I haven't seen it. Flawless!
Absolutly!
Glen was the best
The one thing I have always appreciated about Glen is that he always gave John Hartford credit for this song. I think the best way to put it is, Written and Originally performed by John Hartford, but made famous by Glen Campell.
27 million views. That pretty much says it all.
Willie’s facial expressions say it all. Listened to this 30 times in the last two weeks. So great!
@gobigorange absolutely.. That cheeky grin during the solo!
Of course he was.
What’s his second name. Willie what?
I’ll take that thirty and raise you ten 😀
At first, Willie is just listening. Then when Glen says: "I'll play one.", Willie looks up. There's a video of the two of them on stage, and Glen does something *similar* to this break ... but different. So he has two different breaks for this song that most guitarists couldn't handle! Wow!
Damn, there’s some talent on that stage!
I don't recognize everyone there, but the people I do recognize... wow.
Everyone yelling with excitement and clapping after Glen's great solo is what makes life worth living......
Chet Atkins!! I hope these days come back again. I’ve loved country music since I heard “Fancy” by Reba on my grandpa’s radio in his ‘79 Pontiac LeMans in the 80’s. Living in New Jersey and liking country music did not make me popular, but I wouldn’t trade a day of it! Bless all of those that have come before for showing us the true spirit of country music 🙏❤️
I love how everybody smiles when he leans into it. He was so good you can't help it. There's no pressure to scrutinize or analyze anything because it's just too good. All you have to do is smile and listen.
Glen Campbell was a national treasure in my opinion. When Roy Clarke is in awe that says it all. His songwriting was only eclipsed by his amazing vocals and guitar skills! We will dearly miss you Glen.
How true
Yeah, and you could tell he just ripped that lead off from the top of his head, he felt it coming in and just
announced to the other players "I'll play one" - it looked like to me he directed it to Willie, just got the feeling that
Willie was going to do a little lead right there.
This is just incredible. His composure, the strength in his voice, a room full of legends just wrapped up in his performance. Unreal ability
No boastfulness, just talent.
Chet Atkins and Roy Clark studying his chords, that's when you know you are a legend !
I never knew the great talent Glen Campbell was until I saw the Wrecking Crew video, he’s has recording credits on about 700 records, like Good Vibrations, Johnny Angel, to Strangers in the Night,, all I can say is WOW.
One of the finest singers ever, and his guitar skills were other worldly.
Fun fact glen campbell taught a couple of lessons to eddie van halen that's how good of a guitarist glen is easily in my top 10
Nice voice, nice looking, great guitar player. Great Entertainer too.
@@jesusqueriapa8655 not a fact tho, Eddie wanted time with Glen but never got it.
You got that right
There's a famous story of Eddie Van Halen of once asking Alice Cooper, who was a good friend of Glen's, to book Eddie a guitar lesson with Glen.
Such Joyful music!! We miss you Glen Campbell❤!
1:53 When Glen pulls such a lick with such legends as witness, one of the best music moments of all time!
Imagine being a son or daughter or grandchild of Glen and at any time you watch this video of him playing in front of the some of the greatest in country music history. Then you see this audience react in spontaneous and genuine awe. enjoyment and love for the man and his skills and talent. For Glen's descendants this legacy performance is beyond precious.
There won't be another Glen Campbell. His voice is fabulous, and the way he plays guitar is amazing. Just watch his fingers. I certainly hope he will not be forgotten, and generations will have the pleasure of watching these videos till the end of time. Thank God for music!
Carol Wade 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Hello Carol, how are you doing, I hope you're doing great. Am Harry from Arizona, where are you from if you don't mind.😊🌹🥀
I love Country music and all the fabulous artists who sing and perform for us. I'm not an American citizen, but when I listen to these beautiful songs, it's the way I see America: love, friendship and freedom. A wonderful, country. Thanks so much for this compilation of songs that bring back sweet memories.
Thank you for appreciating this great music and the musicians that we love so much. I'm happy that people in other countries appreciate this music. It belongs to the world.
@@redwoods7370 Thanks for replying.
it's the way we'd like to see ourselves most days...but we've lost this kind of universal music 😢
I wish it was still like that.
You know you’ve witnessed something special when you just keep hitting replay time and time again! That was something else 🎸
Me too
When the gods of country are mesmerised by his version then you know just how great Glen was
Hello how’re you doing.
I can barely hit a golf ball in front of friends, and he did that...flawlessly.
It just doesn't get any better than this, what a talent
He blew the room up. What a great performance.
You cant even put into words how good this is.
You must know that you're pretty damn good when a group of legends watches you with nothing but respect on their faces!
Spot on with that comment
Well said!
Man, if you can't appreciate what an incredible talent Glen Campbell was then just keep walking....
Thats what i thought too a true artist that blessed our lives .
Yessir, he sure deserved it
The uptempo of this song is masterful and the guitar solo is amazing!